The countdown has begun for the premiere in Colombia, this Thursday, October 10, of Pimpinero: blood and gasoline, the new film by Colombian director Andy Baiz, in which Juanes debuts as an actor.
The film, which was unveiled to the world at the Toronto International Film Festival last September, is set in the desert of the border area between Colombia and Venezuela, where gasoline smugglers, known as ‘pimpineros’, risk their lives transporting illegal fuel from one country to another.
Laura Osma, actress | Photo: Prime Video
“Pimpinero is about geographical and physical borders, but above all about ethical, moral and emotional borders. The result is an exciting film, full of beauty, truth and a lot of adrenaline. “I am eager to share it with the public,” commented director Andrés Baiz, known for having led other great productions such as Griselda, The hidden face y Narcos.
In the story, when Juan, the youngest of a clan of three brothers involved in this dangerous trade, is forced to work for a sinister rival, the dark side of the business is revealed with tragic consequences. Determined to uncover the horrible secrets that shroud this no man’s land, Juan’s girlfriend, Diana, sets out on a journey in search of the truth.
Precisely, the actress who brings Diana to life is Laura Alejandra Salazar Osma, a Colombian film and television artist, recognized for her roles in television series such as Story of a crime: Colmenares, in the role of Laura Moreno.
Now he stars Pimperinero: Blood and Gasolinewhich premieres in Colombia this October 10. Osma was the only Latina invited to Prime Video Pioneras, a celebration of the women of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios that was held in London last Tuesday.
This event brings together the stars on screen, the great talents behind the cameras and the Prime Video management team to exclusively present upcoming series and movies.
Laura Osma | Photo: Personal Archive
Laura Osma participated in the panel ‘Women in the world of entertainment’, which was moderated by the renowned British journalist Clara Amfo. “So many stories have been hidden for so long, but now we can delve into them,” declared the Colombian actress.
In addition to this important event, Laura attended the celebration of Glamour Women of the Year, also in the British capital, which honors the innovators, activists and feminist icons who are making the world a better place for women. Thus, Laura establishes herself as a new Colombian star in the industry.
